Travel Credit Card Advice
Read up on the latest travel credit card advice from the team at Bankrate. We'll help you navigate all of the travel rewards programs out there and help you pick out a card (or several) that can help you reach your travel goals.
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Why I opened 24 credit cards
How many credit cards is too many? For this responsible credit user, opening 24 cards helped him achieve his travel goals—without going into credit card debt.
5 min read Nov 09, 2021 -
Should you keep or cancel the updated American Express Platinum Card?
In light of the semi-recent annual fee price increase, many American Express Platinum cardholders are asking themselves if the steep price is worth it. For travel lovers, the card may still generate enough [...]
6 min read Nov 08, 2021 -
Chase Sapphire Reserve® vs. Citi Prestige® Card
Choose the right luxury travel card for you with this head-to-head comparison.
5 min read Oct 19, 2021 -
Amex Business Platinum gets new benefits, higher annual fee
The Business Platinum Card from American Express will now have a higher annual fee of $695, up from $595, along with more benefits like card perks and statement credits. The new annual fee of $695 starts [...]
2 min read Oct 15, 2021 -
Cruise lines extend suspensions — Your guide to refunds and cancellations
As the cruise industry resumes operations, you need to have a plan. Find out which cruise lines are up and running or soon will be, as well as your options if you have to cancel.
6 min read Oct 07, 2021 -
American AAdvantage partners with Citi ThankYou—at least for now
Move quickly if you want to turn your Citi ThankYou points into American miles. This guide explains how long you have to do this and which credit cards qualify.
3 min read Aug 19, 2021 -
Chase Sapphire Preferred offers new benefits. Are more changes coming?
Don’t wait to claim these sky-high travel benefits.
2 min read Aug 13, 2021 -
Best credit cards with annual credits
While cards with a high annual fee may be a big investment, the rewards might make it worth it for you. Read which cards are our top picks for ones that include annual credits, and find out which one is [...]
5 min read Aug 13, 2021 -
Chase upgrades Chase Sapphire and Reserve card offerings
Starting August 17th, Chase Sapphire Preferred and Chase Sapphire Reserve will feature some new card benefits along with boosted rewards available to both new and existing cardholders.
3 min read Aug 10, 2021 -
56% of Gen-Z and Millennials ready to take on debt to celebrate end of pandemic
As travel restrictions lessen and more entertainment venues open back up again, Gen Z and Millennials are itching to celebrate the ‘end’ of the pandemic. However, a recent survey suggests that many [...]
4 min read Jul 28, 2021